The Lord had been hoping Damon would stubbornly refuse Liya's terms, giving him the perfect excuse to eliminate a future threat for good.
But whether it was because he knew the situation was hopeless, or because Liya had chosen to return Penny and her son, the Highland Golden Lion surprisingly agreed.
"Levi, you are a true hero." The man's opening words caught the Lord by surprise.
"Just a bit of luck." It's hard to be harsh to a smiling face, and Levi wasn't the type to gloat over his victory. He simply gave a casual wave and hopped down from the carriage.
"Setting all else aside, please allow me to thank you." The man looked exhausted, but his face was serene, devoid of any bitterness or resentment.
"If not for you, all sixty thousand of my soldiers would have perished here."
Levi saw a clarity and peace in his eyes, a look he had only ever seen in one other person: Cross.
